Explore this curated guide to the best things to do after 5 PM in Lancaster, PA, whether you’re hunting for family-friendly eateries, kid-friendly things to do, lively breweries, sweet dessert spots, or cozy bars. Dive into unique Pennsylvania Dutch restaurants, vibrant dinner theaters, shops, and much more, all open late to match your evening plans.
Get insider tips on where to go for dining, romantic date nights, or family fun attractions. This lively Lancaster evening planner makes it easy to plan an unforgettable night out—no guesswork, just local favorite hotspots that stay open after 5 pm and set the perfect tone for your night!
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Experience Lancaster, PA’s premiere magic theater. Master illusionist Brett Myers delivers a breathtaking blend of comedy, dynamic circus acts, and grand illusions. Enjoy our all-you-can-eat feast before the show! Specialty drinks also available!
3065 Lincoln Hwy. (U.S. Route 30)
Lancaster County’s most unique and iconic motel, restaurant, event venue and gift shop. Sleep in a caboose, eat in a train car at Casey Jones’ Restaurant, see an original show at The Barn at Paradise Station, and shop, play and watch the Strasburg Rail Road’s steam engines go right by our front porch. Spend a day in Paradise!
The Red Caboose Motel at Paradise Station
312 Paradise Lane
Gather your courage and scare up some fun on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Lancaster or Strasburg! Venture into the night to discover the true ghost stories and real haunted houses that lurk in the shadows of PA Dutch Country! Reservations required. Check our website for current schedule.
Ghost Tours of Lancaster & Strasburg
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Visit WebsiteTour the scenic back roads of Amish Country. Find out how the Amish live today on a guided bus tour!
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Visit WebsiteCharlamay’s offers crafty items, barnwood furniture, birdhouses, frames pictures, candles, flowers, and so much more.
Visit WebsiteThe Amazing Maize Maze, plus 50 Farm Activities for all ages.
Visit WebsiteCherry Hill Orchards offers pick-your-own fruit, farm market, and garden center. Stop in for a taste of Lancaster County!
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Visit WebsiteDiscover the fun at our Fall Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch! Escape room, wagon rides, kids’ corn maze, more. Fun for all!
Visit WebsiteDinner & Show! Live Broadway musicals and tribute concerts. Delicious dinners and desserts.
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Visit WebsiteEnigma Escape Rooms offer a fully immersive escape room experience designed for friends, families, and team building.
Visit WebsiteWe have 4 different Escape Rooms where you or your group work together to try and solve them in a 1-hour time frame.
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Visit WebsiteNightly ghost tours in Lancaster City and in Strasburg.
Visit WebsiteCut loose with the greatest hits from the golden age of Rock ‘n’ Roll in this live theatrical show.
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Visit WebsiteEasy to Plan, Easy to Play. Reserve ahead or walk in. Perfect for small or large groups. A local favorite for fun.
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Visit WebsiteOver a thousand bikes in stock! Electric, mountain, hybrid, & youth bikes. Plus, complete line of fitness equipment.
Visit WebsiteLancaster’s favorite* shooting range, store, and training center. (*2018 LNP voting)
Visit WebsiteJoin us in August for our Annual Sunflower Fest! Featuring over 15 varieties of beautiful sunflowers and wildflowers spread out over 3 acres!
Visit WebsiteAll Aboard The Barnyard Express Train Ride and enjoy a beautiful tour of our family dairy farm!
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Visit WebsiteZiplines, escape rooms and other exciting outdoor activities. Evenings & Sundays too!
Visit WebsiteFood, Fun, Family… It’s a Lancaster County Tradition…since 1925!
Visit WebsiteCome to Root’s Old Mill Flea Market and experience undiscovered treasures! Open Saturdays, April through November
Visit WebsiteCheese making, Country Market, Sandwich Shop, Farm to Table products, ice cream, play area.
Visit WebsiteBringing Bible stories to life on stage. Edge-of-your-seat action meets heartfelt drama on a panoramic stage. Special effects. Live animals.
Visit WebsiteAward-winning PA Dutch-Style meats and a wide range of local foods. Our restaurant serves delicious meals.
Visit Website45-minute ride to Paradise, PA aboard America’s oldest short-line railroad.
Visit WebsiteHundreds of handmade quilts and other items from Amish, Mennonite and other local artisans.
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Visit WebsiteFree ice cream samples. Create your own ice cream flavor.
Visit WebsiteVariety of chocolate specialties made in our kitchen. Find the perfect Wilbur Buds gift for any occasion.
Visit WebsiteOur Broadway-style musicals have been delighting audiences since 2011.
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